Introduction

This is a recipe from back in the nineties when low- fat everything was popular. This loaf still tastes great and is a good option for those who want or need to Carbo-load, or want a pre-run snack that sits easily in your stomach.

Ingredients:

1 cup chopped dates

1/2 cup boiling water

1/2 cup orange juice

1/3 cup honey

1 egg

2 and 1/4 cups of self – raising flour

1/4 cup sugar (optional – you can use less or leave it out)

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 160 degrees C.

2. In a small bowl, combine dates and boiling water. Let cool.

3. Add orange juice, honey and egg to the date mixture.

4. Combine all the dry ingredients in a separate, larger bowl.

5. Add the liquid date mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.